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When i started taking orlistat, i had oily discharge but now it isnt oily as much as it used to be. does this mean that it stopped working?

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Dr. Brad Eilerman answered

Orlistat: Orilostat usually maintains its effectiveness. Perhaps the content of the meal was different.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

When i started taking orlistat, i had oily discharge but now it isnt oily as much as it used to be. does this mean that it stopped working?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brad Eilerman answered

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